Ford
Ford F-150 (2026)
$37290
Released 2026
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Ford F-150 (2026) vs Mazda CX-5 (2026)
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Mazda CX-5 (2026) is cheaper at $29990. Every spec and price links to its source.
Mazda
Mazda CX-5 (2026)
$29990Cheaper
Released 2026
Which is better: the Ford F-150 (2026) or Mazda CX-5 (2026)?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Mazda CX-5 (2026) is the cheaper at $29990.
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Full spec sheet
✓ marks the stronger figure where "more" — or "less", for price and weight — is unambiguously better.
| Spec | Ford F-150 (2026) | Mazda CX-5 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $37290 | $29990 |
| Brand | Ford | Mazda |
| Released | 2026 | 2026 |
| Body style | full-size pickup truck | compact SUV |
| Mpg combined | — | 26 |
| Horsepower | 325 | 187 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Seats | 3 | 5 |
| Cargo cuft | — | — |
| Powertrain | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 turbocharged, 10-speed automatic | 2.5L SKYACTIV-G inline-4 naturally aspirated, 6-speed automatic |
| Release | 2026 | 2026 |
Sources — Ford F-150 (2026): consumerreports.org (verified 2026-06-15). Mazda CX-5 (2026): fueleconomy.gov (verified 2026-06-15).
What's the difference between the Ford F-150 (2026) and Mazda CX-5 (2026)?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (5 of 7). Matching specs are omitted.
- Body style: Ford F-150 (2026) full-size pickup truck vs Mazda CX-5 (2026) compact SUV
- Horsepower: Ford F-150 (2026) 325 vs Mazda CX-5 (2026) 187
- Drivetrain: Ford F-150 (2026) RWD vs Mazda CX-5 (2026) AWD
- Seats: Ford F-150 (2026) 3 vs Mazda CX-5 (2026) 5
- Powertrain: Ford F-150 (2026) 2.7L EcoBoost V6 turbocharged, 10-speed automatic vs Mazda CX-5 (2026) 2.5L SKYACTIV-G inline-4 naturally aspirated, 6-speed automatic
What reviewers say
Sourced tester consensus for each — the "what people who used it think" layer, not just specs.
Ford F-150 (2026)
Two whitelisted testers back the 2026 F-150 as a top full-size pickup. Car and Driver instrumented-tested it (5.0-sec 0-60 hybrid, 185-ft braking, 0.76 g skidpad) and rates it 9/10; MotorTrend concurs qualitatively at 9.1/10, praising the powertrain breadth. Both note styling or ride caveats, and both review the Lightning and Raptor separately. (2 sourced reviews, 1 lab-tested.)
Praised: Vast engine/powertrain lineup and near-limitless cab, bed, and trim configurations; Competitive towing (up to 13,500 lb) and payload capability.
Flagged: Jittery, stiff rear leaf-spring ride versus the Ram's coil-spring setup; Aging/tired exterior styling; Down-market cabin materials in mainstream trims.
Mazda CX-5 (2026)
Two whitelisted outlets reviewed the redesigned 2026 CX-5. Both praise the roomier cabin, upscale materials and retained fun-to-drive handling, while faulting the dropped turbo, modest acceleration and the loss of physical controls. Only Car and Driver ran instrumented numbers (0-60 in 8.0 sec, 173-ft braking, 0.83 g skidpad); MotorTrend's first drive was hands-on but unmeasured. (2 sourced reviews, 1 lab-tested.)
Praised: Retains engaging, fun-to-drive handling and Mazda driving character; Roomier rear seat and larger cargo area after the redesign; Upscale, class-above interior materials.
Flagged: Loss of physical switchgear, especially the volume knob; No turbo option; modest, unremarkable acceleration from carryover 2.5L; Mediocre / mid-pack fuel economy (26 mpg combined).